Our Lady Queen of Peace Pastoral Area in the Archdiocese of Armagh, Ireland. The Pastoral Area is comprised of four parishes in mid Louth: Darver & Dromiskin, Kilkerley, Knockbridge & Louth.
Our Sacristans play an essential role in the smooth running of Mass and parish liturgies across all our parishes. They are responsible for preparing the church for worship, ensuring that everything needed for Mass, such as the altar, sacred vessels, and liturgical books is ready and in proper order.
A key part of their role is training and supporting altar servers. Sacristans guide young parishioners in the duties of serving at Mass, teaching them how to assist the priest respectfully and reverently. Through this guidance, altar servers learn the movements, prayers, and responsibilities involved in their ministry, helping them to participate fully in the celebration of the Eucharist.
Our Sacristans work quietly behind the scenes, but their contribution is vital in ensuring that each Mass is dignified, prayerful, and welcoming for all who attend.
Sacristans Co-ordinator – Eugene Callan (Kilkerley Parish)
Recent Activities
BEHOLD Lenten Daily Reflections The BEHOLD Team — (Fr. Pat, Fr. Gerry, Carmel Kennedy, Evelyn Agnew, Irene Brennan, Joan McKenna, Marian O’Sullivan and…
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Many thanks to the NET Team! Tomas, Jacie, Oonagh, Therese, Emmanuel, Maggie, Lydia and Tim for leading such outstanding retreats for the children of our…
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This week we had Children of the Eucharist (COTE) gatherings in the parishes of Darver & Dromiskin and Louth…
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On Thursday 29th January, the children preparing for the Sacrament of Confirmation celebrated in the Ceremony of Light in the Church of the Immaculate Conception,…
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A heartfelt thank you to all who attended Nights 1 and 2 of our training for existing and new Eucharistic Ministers. Your generosity and commitment…
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Photo from one of our parishes, (Knockbridge) in our pastoral area on Sunday, 11th January 2026, On the Feast of the Baptism of the Lord,…
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We would like to say a special word of thanks to everyone who attended Mercy • Prayer • Healing on Sunday, 11th January 2026…
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On 25th November we had a beautiful Children of the Eucharist (COTE) gathering in the parishes of Knockbridge and Kilkerley ✝️ Led by founder Antoinette…
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Darver & Dromiskin Parish – Blessing of the Cross at the Five Cross RoadsSunday 23rd November, on the Feast of Christ the King,…
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What a joyful weekend it was in…
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We are so grateful to everyone who joined us for the Diocesan Congress on Youth, Family & Faith in Darver & Dromiskin, Kilkerley, Knockbridge, and…
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What a wonderful evening we had! 28 participants joined together for our choir workshop, beautifully facilitated by Sr. Marie Dunne. It was a truly…
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We extend our heartfelt thanks to all who joined us in prayer and celebration during this year’s Triduum in Kilkerley, marking the 100th anniversary of…
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A heartfelt thank you to everyone…
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Our Lady Queen of Peace Pastoral Area Jubilee Pilgrimage Visit to St. Patrick’s Cathedral, Armagh ⛪️ We had a blessed day starting with a prayer…
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